Studies have shown that a patient who is doing pre-operative Physical Therapy can avoid many post-surgical complications like blood clots, infections, stiffness, and pain that can delay recovery.

By prescribing pre-operative Physical Therapy, your surgeon is increasing the chances of a faster recovery, an easier rehabilitation, and a successful surgical outcome.

Pre-operative conditioning is appropriate for patients who need an assistive device to ambulate after surgery and any patient who needs more strengthening and flexibility to achieve better post-surgical results. As prescribed by your surgeon, the therapist will design a program appropriate for your individual case. The program will challenge you physically, but will not exceed your capabilities.

Your physical therapist can help you to understand your surgery and what you should expect after surgery during the first few weeks.